BENEFITS OF COLLAGEN

Collagen is a protein naturally present in our system, also found in meat, fish or eggs. It plays a very important role in our bodies: enhancing our physical functionalities, skin and hair quality.

1- ARTICULATIONS

Either with age or with a lot of exercise we often start encountering some pains in our body muscles, tendons, connective tissues or ligaments. The major reason could be because of a lack of collagen. Daily doses intake can enhance our suppleness, decrease the pain and enhance our recovery quality after workouts. Collagen is also known to be a good ally to active people. Accompanied by a lot of water drinking, it helps attract water in our tissues and prevent dehydration.

2- SKIN QUALITY

Researches say that starting the age of 25, our body collagen production starts decreasing by approximately 1.5% per year. « Collagen is what keeps our skin from sagging, giving us that plump, youth look » says dermatologist Dr. Ohara Aivaz.

There are many ways to protect our natural production of collagen such us protecting our skin from UV sunlight using sunscreen and eating rich aliments full of antioxidant like fruits and veggies. However, helping our body with doses of collagen on a daily basis can help maintain a good level of this protein in our body in order to protect our skin quality/elasticity and prevent wrinkles.

3- HAIR QUALITY

Collagen plays a high important role in keratin production. Which is the most important protein for our hair. It is a very good compliment to prevent hair loss, but not only. It helps the regeneration of the follicles that allows hair growing. It also keeps hair elasticity and quality at a good level. Doing collagen treatments during a certain period of time during the year, while continuing to have a balanced diet, drinking a lot of water and exercise can only aim to have a shiny healthy looking hair.

1 to 5 grams of powder collagen per day is the recommendation. It is also suggested to take a 1-3 months treatment. It could be mixed with your coffee, your smoothies/fruits cocktails or only consumed with some water. If the collagen bought contains some magnesium it is better to consume it at the end of the day to have a proper night sleep.

According to current research, collagen supplements appear to be safe for most people. However, it is always advised to ask your doctor before taking any complements.

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